Babies Connect with Residents

Have you ever noticed how one little baby can draw a crowd?  Just last Sunday our Pastor introduced us to his first grandchild, a 6-day old baby boy.  After church, a crowd surrounded the new parents and baby.  Proud Grandpa had to stand at a distance and watch the flurry of activity.

Yesterday, we had "Baby Day" on our Advanced Special Care, where we offer help and hope for those most severely affected by Alzheimer's and dementia.  The 29 residents enjoyed three little girls whose parents brought them to meet the residents and entertain them on the floor-crawling, trying to walk, playing with toys and more.  Two 9-month olds and a one year old baby, brought the residents to life as the residents clapped for them, touched their hands, wiggled their feet and made funny faces trying to get each baby to react.

What a thrill to watch the interaction spanning some 80 or more years between God's children.  No matter the memory loss or condition, these babies bring a smile to the residents and their faces reflect that "this is a good day!"  It's just one example of  what makes us different - as we carry out our not-for-profit, faith based ministry.